FARMER SEED & NURSERY CO., FARIBAULT, MINN 
HOME BEAUTIFUL 
SHRUB OFFER 
1 Hydrangea, P. G. 
1 Spirea Van Houttei. 
1 Honeysuckle. 
1 Spirea Billardi. 
1 Japanese Barberry. 
1 Bed Barberry. 
These 
Six Shrubs. $1.45 
2 year size.Postpaid 
3 years, not postpaid, $1.45 
SPECIAL DISCOUNT 
10% discount on Shrub 
orders of $5.00 or more. 
20% discount on Shrub 
orders of $10.00 or more. 
Collections or other spe¬ 
cial offers excluded. This 
offer applies to shrubs only. 
Allow for postage, 10c— 
for one to two shrubs, 15c 
for three to four shrubs, 
20c for five to six shrubs, 
etc.—to 3rd zone only. 
Larger orders by express. 
THE BEST SHRUBS FOR HOME OR LANDSCAPE PLANTING 
Plant dwarf shrubs (marked D.) about 1-2 ft. apart. Medium shrubs (marked M.) about 2-3 ft. apart and large shrubs (marked L.) about 
3-4 ft. apart. All shrubs are guaranteed to reach destination in best condition and are bound to grow. Postage extra (see above). 
1. BARBERRY THUNBERGI. D. (Japanese.) Very attractive and 
showy during the entire season and particularly in late fall when it 
turns to a gorgeous orange and scarlet. Beautiful red berries in winter. 
Not subject to rust. Prices: 3 yr. field grown plants 20c, 4 yr. field 
grown plants 30c each. 
2. BARBERRY, RED-LEAVED. D. The showiest, most attractive 
shrub of all with its glowing red foliage. It is perfectly hardy, abso¬ 
lutely rust-proof. Has the same graceful foliage as the Japanese and 
does best in sunlight. Supply limited. Prices: 2 yr. field grown plants 
25c, 3 yr. 35c each. 
3. FLOWERING CRAB, BECHTEL’S. L. Very ornamental shrub 
with delicate pink flowers, maturing in late May. Very fragrant—per¬ 
fectly hardy and a profuse bloomer. Excellent as a specimen tree for 
landscaping or cemetery planting. Prices: 3 yr. plants 50c, 4 yr. 
plants 70c. 
4. CHINESE FLOWERING CHERRY. New, hardy flowering shrub, 
clean luxurious foliage, profuse pink flowers in early spring before the 
leaves appear, followed by black fruit, very attractive to the birds. 
Prices: 3 yr. size 25c, 4 yr. 35c. 
5. COTONEASTER. M'. A splendid new shrub, used extensively in 
modern landscape plantings. Luxuriant dark green foliage—small pink 
flowers. Black fruits remaining on bushes into the winter. Extremely 
hardy and drought resistant. Prices: 3 yr. field grown plants 25c, 4 yr. 35c. 
6. CRANBERRY, HIGH BUSH. L. A hardy shrub, vigorous grower 
with soft white flowers in spring. In fall it produces clusters of yel¬ 
low and deep red berries that remain until frost. These berries make 
excellent jelly and jam. High Bush Cranberry will do well on the 
north side of the building and is very much used for background plant¬ 
ing. Prices: 3 yr. field grown plants 35c, 4 yr. 45c. 
7. DOGWOOD, RED-TWIGGED. L. Has yellowish-white flowers. 
Bright red branches and creamy white fruit. Will do well in shade 
and forms a fine contrast in any landscape planting. Always showy in 
winter. A rapid grower, attaining great height unless trimmed. Prices: 
3 yr. field grown plants 25c, 4 yr. 40c. 
8. ELDER, GOLDEN. L. A very showy golden leaved bush; ex¬ 
tremely hardy. A rapid grower—may be trimmed to any. desired 
height. Produces large, flat white blossoms, followed by red-purplish 
berries in late summer. Prices: 3 year field grown plants 30c, 4 yr. 
45c each. 
9. HONEYSUCKLE, RED BUSH. (Tartarian.) L. Blooms in May 
followed by bright red berries throughout the summer. Good for foun¬ 
dation and screen plantings. Prices: 2 yr. field grown plants, 25c, 10 
for $2.15. 
10. HYDRANGEA ARBORESCENS. (Snowball Hydrangea.) M. Val¬ 
uable for landscape planting. Large globe-shaped flowers. White, tinged 
a delicate pink. Blooms during September and October. Prices: 3 yr. 
field grown plants 30c, 4 yr. 45c. 
11. HYDRANGEA PANICULATA GRANDIFLORA. M. Very showy, 
with immense clusters of white; blooms in August. Will blossom same 
season they are planted. Prices: 3 yr. field grown plants 30c, 4 yr. 45c. 
12. LILAC, FRENCH HYBRIDS. L. (See this page.) 
13. LILAC PERSIAN. L. Blooms more freely on younger bushes 
than common Lilac. Very fragrant. Flowers deep purple. Fine for high 
foundation and screen planting. Prices: 3 yr. field grown plants 40c, 
4 yr. 60c. 
14. PURPLE LEAF CISTENA. M. A new shrub introduced by 
Prof. Hansen of the South Dakota College. Very striking purple 
foliage— fine color effect. Used in landscape plantings. Very hardy, 
dwarf and compact. A showy shrub desirable in any landscape. Prices: 
3 yr. field grown plants 30c, 4 yr. 45c. 
15. ROSE TREE OF CHINA. (Prunus Triloba.) M. Without ques¬ 
tion the most striking flowering shrub for early spring. Every branch 
completely covered with small double, rose-like, pink flowers in May, 
before the leaves are out. Prices: 3-4 ft. field grown plants 35c, 4-5 
ft. 55c. 
16. SNOWBERRY, WHITE. D. A very desirable dwarf shrub, per¬ 
fectly. hardy. Has tiny rose colored flowers in June and July, followed 
by milk-white clusters of berries in late fall and winter. Does well in 
sun or shade. Prices: 3 yr. plants 25c, 4 yr. plants 35c. 
17. SPIREA ANTHONY WATERER. D. Has gay crimson flowers 
that bloom all summer, and variegated foliage. Is very hardy. This 
dwarf shrub will fit into any plan and always proves attractive. Prices: 
3 yr. field grown plants 25c, 4 yr. 30c. 
18. SNOW GARLAND SPIREA. (Arguta.) M. The earliest bloom¬ 
ing Spirea, growing 5 ft. tall. Slender and graceful form with delieate 
leaves. Pure white flowers are produced in great profusion. Prices: 
3 yr. field grown plants 30c, 4 yr. 40c. 
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19. SPIREA BILLARDI. M. Plume-like flowers of delicate rose: 
upright growflh. Medium height. Fine foliage. Prices: 3 yr. field 
grown plants 25c, 4 yr. 30c. 
20. SPIREA VAN HOUTTEI. (Bridal Wreath.) M. Most popular 
of all shrubs—very hardy—blossoms profusely in May. Prices: 3 yr. 
size 20c, 4 yr. size 30c. 
21. SYRINGA. (Mock Orange.) L. A tall hardy bush bearing 
beautiful white flowers that resemble orange blossoms, in great pro¬ 
fusion. They are fine for cutting and exquisitely fragrant. Used for 
background, screen planting or grouping. Attractive foliage. Prices: 
3 yr. field grown plants 25c, 4 yr. 30c. 
22. TAMARIX, FEATHERY. New, graceful and distinctive appear¬ 
ance, with light and feathery foliage and large, loose panicles of 
orchid-pink flowers. Prices: 3-yr. field grown plants 25c, 4 yr. 35c. 
HARDY CLIMBING VINES 
BITTERSWEET. 
A much appreciated native climber that is almost extinct in its natural 
state. Has handsome glossy foliage. Large clusters of beautiful orange- 
crimson berries wdiieli will remain all winter. The berries are very 
bright in effect and make a charming decoration for the home in winter. 
Very hardy—will grow anywhere. Grow Bittersweet in your own back 
yard. Prices: 2 yr. field grown 50c each, 2 plants for 90c, prepaid. 
CLEMATIS PANICULATA. 
Small white flowering, very sweet scented plants, originally from Japan. 
A rapid grower and vigorous climber. This is the most satisfactory 
variety of Clematis on account of its hardiness. Prices: 2 yr. vines 45c 
each, 2 vines 75c, prepaid. 
CLEMATIS JACKMANII. 
The most beautiful and showy Clematis with deep velvety purple flow¬ 
ers. A profuse bloomer—strong, hardy plant and a rapid grower. 
Prune early in spring. Price: 2 yr. vines 95c each, 2 for $1.80, prepaid. 
SCARLET TRUMPET HONEYSUCKLE. 
A very satisfactory climbing plant with odd-shaped foliage, producing 
bright red trumpet-shape flowers almost continuously. Very fragrant. 
Will thrive anywhere. Splendid for covering porches. Will reach a 
height of 15 feet. Prices: 2 yr. vines 30c each, 2 vines 50c, prepaid. 
YELLOW TRUMPET HONEYSUCKLE. 
Same as Scarlet Trumpet Honeysuckle, except blossoms are yellow. 
Prices: 2 yr. vines 30c each, 2 for 50c, prepaid. 
ENGELMAN IVY ( Ampelopsis ). 
Belongs to the Woodbine family and is most popular in the Northwest 
for climbing on stone, brick or stueco. Produces very thick foliage 
which turns to a brilliant red color in the fall. Its numerous tendrils 
cause it to cling to any structure. Is perfectly hardy and will with¬ 
stand drought and heat. Very fast grower. Prices: 2 yr. vines 30c 
each, 2 vines 50c, prepaid. 
SILVER LACE VINE (Polygonum Auberti ) 
Height 25-30 ft. Plants are strong and vigorous, producing great 
foamy sprays of white flowers that turn rose-colored as they begin to 
fade, the rose and white combination is most attractive. Blooms 
throughout the summer and fall. Leaves are small, of a rich, glossy 
green. Ideal for porch or trellis. Prices: 3 yr. plants 60c each, 2 
for $1.15, prepaid. 
HARDY WATER LILIES FOR POOLS 
We offer the less expensive varieties, most easily grown. Direc¬ 
tions with each shipment. Shipments April 15 to June 15. 
ODORATO, Hardy White. Native American Water Lily—a vigorous, 
prolific grower—flowers pure w'hite. Best variety for experimenting. 
Order not less than three for best results. Prices: 45c each, 3 for $1.00, 
6 for $1.75, prepaid. 
MEXICANA, Hardy Yellow. One of the most dependable varieties. 
Flowers are beautiful light yellow, size 3 to 4 inches; leaves are dark 
green. Prices: 50c each, 3 for $1.25, prepaid. 
ROSE AREY, Hardy Deep Pink. Pointed petals, a steady bloomer, 
large flowers. Prices: $1.75 each, 2 for $3.40, prepaid. 
HELEN FOWLER, Hardy Deep Pink. Very beautiful. Prices: $1.10 
each, 2 for $2,00, prepaid. 
WATER HYACINTH. Tropical Water Plant. A necessary plant for 
pools. 3 for 50c, 6 for 80c, 12 for $1.40, prepaid. 
We will gladly assist you in your planting. Our special circular, 
“How To Make a Rock Garden or Lily Pool,’’ will be sent free. 
